The Primary Reason for the Recent Reduction in the Number

question 120

Multiple Choice

The primary reason for the recent reduction in the number of banks is

• A)bank failures.
• B)re-regulation of banking.
• C)restrictions on interstate branching.
• D)bank consolidation.

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